Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has raised concerns over the alarming rise in violent crimes, stating that eight murders occurred between the 18th and 21st of this month, posing a serious threat to national security.
He criticized the President’s stance, claiming that he has downplayed the issue. MP Premadasa also warned that the ongoing violence among underworld gangs is escalating into a major national security crisis.
Speaking in Parliament today, MP Premadasa referenced a recent courtroom murder, highlighting media reports about an intelligence document containing colour photographs of a woman linked to the incident.
The Opposition Leader emphasized the gravity of the situation and demanded a clear explanation for such a security failure, especially when intelligence information was available.
He further urged the government to adopt a more systematic approach to handling intelligence data, stressing that the actions of these ruthless criminals have become a significant national concern. (Newswire)